BAKER/VOISEY - It's a girl!!! Perry, Gillian and big brother
Evan are delighted to announce the birth of their little princess, Bree
Jorja, born at the WHC on June 24, 2005, weighing
8 lbs. 6 ozs. Bree is welcomed with open arms by her grandparents Gerry and
Brenda Voisey and George and Jean Baker. A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Lacelle,
all the nurses of 5NB and the case room with a very special mention to nurse
Lorna. Mommy would like to send out big hugs and kisses to Daddy for being
the best coach and dad and her parents for all their love and support.10/22/05

BANEZ (Newhook) - Lisa and Mark are thrilled to announce
the arrival of another princess. Mya Summer was born in Windsor,
ON, on June 28, 2005, weighing 6 lbs. 2 ozs. Big brother Tyler
and big sister Jade are so excited to have a baby sister to hold and kiss.
Welcoming Mya are very proud grandparents Albert and Judy Newhook (NL) and
Manuel and Annie Banez (ON). Tyler and Jade can't wait to show Mya to Auntie
Tina when they visit in the fall.07/23/05

BECKETT - Brad and Elizabeth (nee Meaney) are proud to
announce the arrival of their first child, Jane Isabelle on June
22, 2005 at 5:50 am at the Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus, weighing
6 lbs. 9 oz. Welcoming Jane are her grandparents Ed and Isabelle Meaney (Mount
Pearl), Bernie and Joyce Beckett (St. John's) and Lynda Beckett (Whistler,
BC). Thank you to all of our family and friends in Ottawa, Newfoundland and
elsewhere for your support and love you've shown to us and Jane.12/03/05

BELBIN - Alvis, Renata and big brother Connor are thrilled
to announce the birth of Carter Benjamin George, weighing
8 lbs. 13.9 ozs., born on June 7, 2005, at The Women's Health
Centre of The General Hospital. Proud grandparents Hollis and Linda Masters
of Swift Current and Wilfred and Melva Belbin of St. John's.07/02/05

BOOTH-JENSEN - Peter and Nita Booth of St. John's, along
with Kjeld and Julie Jensen of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England, are very pleased
to announce the arrival of their grandson, Samuel Peter Kjeld.
Sam was born to Darren and Tracy Jensen of St. Alban's, England on June
24, 2005, weighing 8 lbs. 14 oz. and is a little brother for Claire.08/20/05

BUTT (Williams) - Chris and Krista are delighted to announce
the arrival of their beautiful daughter, Amara Elizabeth.
Amara was born on June 24, 2005, at WHC, St. John's, weighing
7 lbs. 7½ ozs. Proud grandparents are Marg Williams and Paul and Marilyn
Butt. Watching over Amara from heaven is her Grampie and guardian angel Gordon
Williams. Special thanks to Drs. Wagoner, Healey, Kravitz, Parsons and all
the case room and 5NB staff. Mommy and Amara would especially like to thank
Daddy and Grammie Williams for all their love, support and encouragement during
the delivery.10/01/05

CHAFE - Jason & Ann Marie (Hawco) are proud to announce
the safe arrival of their first child, Brayden Anthony, born
at H.S.C. on Wednesday,
June 8, 2005 at 10:59 a.m., weighing 7 lbs., 12 oz. Proud first time
grandparents are Elaine & Tony Hawco, proud 3rd time grandparents
are Eva & Gerald Chafe, & proud
great-grandmother Mary Carter. Sincere thank you to Dr. Krysta Au, Dr. Tennant,
caseroom & 5NB nursing staff especially caseroom nurse Joan Dalton for
their exceptional care. Extra special thank you to Aunt "Ooey" (Susan)
for her love and support. Brayden would also like to thank Chad & Susan
for taking care of his buddy "Habby". Brayden and Mommy
would like to especially thank Daddy & Nanny Hawco for their excellent
coaching and support. We couldn't have done it without you both.06/18/05

CHURCHILL - Geoff, Renée (Coady) and big brother
William are thrilled to announce the arrival of the newest member of their
family. Matthew Richard was born on June 24, 2005,
weighing 8 lbs., 13 ounces at the Valley Regional Hospital in Kentville,
Nova Scotia. Matthew is welcomed by proud grandparents William and Catherine
Coady of Mt. Pearl and Wince and June Churchill of St. John's.12/31/05

CONNOLLY - Dave, Deanne (Kelly) and big sister Laura are
thrilled to announce the birth of their son and brother, Michael William
David, born at the WHS on June 7, 2005, weighing
8 lbs. 10 oz. Welcoming Michael are proud grandparents Bill and Flo Kelly and
Dave and Mary Connolly, along with great-grandmothers Sarah Mooney and Marie
Kelly. Special thanks to Drs. Crane and Halley for their great prenatal care,
to Drs. Roche and Farag for a safe delivery, the caseroom staff, especially
Beverly, the nurses of 5NB and the nurses and doctors of NICU for taking such
good care of Michael.07/16/05

CORNICK/KEARSEY - Chad, Lisa and big sister Marissa are tickled
pink with the early but safe arrival of their newest little angel, Ella
Elizabeth, born at the WHC at 1:34 a.m. on June 10, 2005,
weighing 6 lbs. 1 oz. Proud grandparents are Mary and George, and Deborah and
Nicky. Also welcoming Ella are Godparents George Cornick and Charmaine Mercer.
Special thanks for the excellent prenatal care, to Dr. Tim Strand, Dr. Heather
Flynn and the staff of the case room and 5NB for your exceptional care and
kindness throughout.07/16/05

COSTELLO - Our little princess is here! Chris and
Sheryl (nee Tracey) are excited to announce the arrival of their beautiful
baby girl, Taylor Tracey Costello. She arrived on June
18, 2005, weighing in at 8 lbs. 7 oz. First granddaughter
of Art and Christine Tracey (Mt. Pearl) and Robert and Carol Costello
(St. John's). Thank you to Dr. Sheilagh McGrath and Dr. Cherry Pike
for their excellent prenatal care. Mommy, daddy and Taylor also want
to send a special thanks to Taylor's grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins
and friends for all their love and support during this wonderful time.
We are so very blessed.08/06/05

COSTIGAN - It's a girl! Gerald, Kelly (Doyle) and big brother
Zachary are proud to announce the arrival of Sara Barbara,
born June 28, 2005 at 1:26 p.m., weighing 7 lbs. 15½ oz.
Thanks to Drs. Mate and Kravitz for their excellent prenatal care and a special
thanks to all our family and friends, especially nanny and poppy for all their
help and support.07/16/05

CROSBIE - David and Tina (Williams) joyfully announce
the safe arrival of their first child, Andrew David,
born June 30, 2005 at 12:50 p.m. at the Ottawa Hospital/
General Campus. Especially thrilled are first time grandparents William
and Grace Crosbie, Bernice Jamieson and Lloyd Williams. Drew is also
welcomed by Ruby Williams and his uncles Rob, Lloyd, Joseph and Nicholas.
Heartfelt thanks to Andrienne and the nurses of Labour and Delivery
who helped bring Drew into this world.08/20/05

DAVIS/HARTERY - Kelli & Dale are tickled pink
to announce the arrival of our first child, a precious baby girl. GABRIELLA
LAUREN was born in Edmonton, Alberta on June 10,
2005 at 5:46 p.m., weighing 8 lbs., 8 ozs. Proud grandparents
are Sylvia & David Buck, Robin Davis & Anne Henry and Bette
Hartery. A special thanks to grammy Sylvia for coming and taking
such good care of us. We can't wait to see everyone else at Christmas.09/03/05

DIAMOND - Scott, Wendy and big brother Zachary are very pleased
to announce the arrival of Jeffrey Cecil to their family.
Jeffrey was born on June 30, 2005 at 9:43 a.m., weighing 6
lbs. 6 oz. He is welcomed by proud grandparents, Manse and Alice Diamond, and
Ashwell and Ann Greening. Special thanks to all family and friends for your
love and support.07/16/05

DURDLE - Hannah is a big sister! Diana, Reg and Hannah are
excited to announce the birth of Olivia Dianne. Olivia was
born on Friday, June 24, 2005 at 7:29 a.m., weighing 9 lbs.
11.5 ozs. Olivia's very proud grandparents are Dianne and James Lahey and Theresa
and Arch Durdle of Bell Island. Special thanks are extended to Olivia's Godparents
Teresita McCarthy, Tina Ford and Russell Bowers. We would also like to thank
Doctors Tucker and Laurie, the staff of Walter Templeman Hospital and Tremblett's
Ambulance Service on Bell Island. A very special thank you is also extended
to Dr. Heidi Kravitz and her medical team for Olivia's safe and healthy delivery.
Thank you to the case room staff and the nurses on 5NB for their excellent
care. Olivia and Mommy would like to thank Daddy and Hannah, and our family
and friends for their continuing love and support. Thank you Lucina! Enjoy
your retirement.08/27/05

EDMUNDS - Brad and Michelle (Boland). We are delighted to
announce the safe and early arrival of our precious miracle - RACHEL
GRACE, born June 2, 2005, weighing 6 lbs. 6 ozs.
Rachel is welcomed and adored by first-time grandparents John and Doreen Boland
and Andrew and Madonna Edmunds. Some miracles need a little help. Special thanks
to the staff of Women's Health, Dr. Strand, Dr. Cook, Dr. Gill, Fetal Assessment
Unit, Prenatal Homecare Program, staff of the case room and 5NB, and the Janeway
NICU for all your care and attention. Thank you to our family and friends especially
Aunt Amy (Brian) and Uncle Shawn (Julie) for surrounding us with support, visits,
presents, and love.08/20/05

EDWARDS - Rob and Carol-Anne (nee Kearney) are proud to announce
the birth of their first child, Sarah Anne. Our little princess
was born June 8, 2005 in Calgary, AB weighing 8lbs 6oz. Thanks
to Poppy Edwards (Jim) for sending us a little angel from heaven and to Nan
Edwards (Joan) for visiting us in Calgary from St. John's. Sarah is also welcomed
by Nan & Pop Kearney (Walter & Agnes), her loving Aunts and Uncles
Jackie (Ken), Karen (Len), Denise (Trevor), Joe (Petula), Derrick (Tracey),
her 14 cousins and of course Bailey. All of Sarah's relatives are anxiously
awaiting her first visit to Nfld this summer. Daddy and Sarah would like to
thank Mommy for her endless energy and love and for being the best Mom ever.
XXOO07/30/05

EDWARDS - Poppy Lake and his buddy Nathan Edwards would like
to announce the arrival of the latest grandson and Nathan's little brother Cameron
Lee Edwards. Proud Parents are Lee and Carla (nee Lake) Edwards. Cameron
arrived at 4:42 a.m. Wednesday June 22nd, 2005.
The bruiser weighed in at nine pounds even. The proud Grandparents are Carl
Lake, Janet Molloy and Wanda Harnett as well as uncles Steve Lake and Paul
Edwards and aunt Terri Edwards. Also a very happy great-grandmother Violet
Molloy. Cameron and his parents would like to thank Dr. Tennent and the caseroom
staff of the Janeway especially Juanita and Roxanne for all the care and understanding
in the delivery.07/16/05

FAGAN/REYNOLDS - Big sisters Riley and Kiera have a new little
hand to hold. Hannah Michelle was born on June 22,
2005 at 2:38 a.m. , weighing 9 lbs. 3 oz. Bob and Michelle are delighted
with their newest little angel. Proud grandparents are Paul and Barbara Reynolds,
Bill and Trudy Fagan; great-grandmother Rita Shugarue and special great-auntie
Bea. Many, many thanks to Dr. Marie O'Dea and Dr. Heidi Kravitz for being a
part of our journey once again. Thanks also to caseroom staff and to the wonderful
nurses on the 5th floor of HSC.07/02/05

GAY - Nigel and Charlene ( Richmond ) are proud to announce
the birth of their son, Cameron Ethan, weighing 7 lbs., 10
oz., on June 2, 2005. Proud grandparents are Earl and Barbara
Richmond of Herring Neck and Pat and Paul Gay of Jersey, United Kingdom and
also his Aunt Pam. A special thank you to Dr. O'Grady and her team for providing
excellent pre-natal care and also to the case room staff.07/02/05

GRAHAM / COOK - Johnny and Jennifer are elated to announce
the arrival of their first child, Dylan Bernard on June
4, 2005, weighing in at 9 lbs. 1 oz. Sharing in their joy are grandparents
Don and Elizabeth Graham, and first time grandparents Bernard and Lori Cook.
Sharing in his spoiling will be his many uncles, aunts and cousins. Special
thanks go to Dr. Joanne White and all the wonderful nurses of the Janeway case
room. Make way for another place at the Monday night poker table!07/23/05

GRENNING - Jay and Janice (Modlin) are delighted to announce
the birth of their daughter, Kyra Morgan, on June
18, 2005, weighing 6 lbs. 12 ozs., at Foothills Hospital in Calgary.
Proud family members welcoming Kyra include grandparents, Gerri Walsh and Ray
and June Modlin, and great-grandmothers, Dorothy Easton and Viola Thomas.07/09/05

GRIFFIN - Norbert and Tammy are thrilled to announce the
birth of their second child, a beautiful baby girl. Jaden Elizabeth was
born on June 23, 2005, at 8:06 a.m. at the Health Sciences
Centre, weighing 8 lbs., 4 ozs. Proud grandparents Jim and Matilda Power and
Norbert and Barbara Griffin.07/09/05

HARRIS - Norman and Vanessa (Breen) are thrilled to announce the arrival of
their first child, a precious little boy, Reagan Norman Gilmore. Born at the
Health Sciences Centre on the joyous day of June 6, 2005 at
2:38 p.m., weighing 5 lbs. 12 oz. Proud grandparents are Pamela Breen of
St. John's and Gilmore and Eileen Harris of Gander Bay. Special thanks to
the caseroom staff and nurses on 5NB for all their care. Special thanks to
Dr. Tennent for his wonderful pre-natal care, Dr. White and Dr. Gill for
a safe delivery. Special thank you to Nanny Pam and Daddy for all their love
and support.06/18/05

HEMEON / KIELEY - Sean, Lisa and big brother Mason are thrilled
to announce the safe arrival of their precious bundle of joy, Grace
Sophia, born June 15, 2005, weighing 7 lbs., 2 ozs.
Also welcoming Grace are proud grandparents Eric and Flora Hemeon and a large
circle of family and friends. Nanny Joan Kieley is smiling down on Grace from
heaven above. A special thank you to Dr. Roche for her excellent prenatal care,
Dr. Healey for the safe arrival of Grace, and all the nurses in the case room
and 5NB. Mommy and Grace would like to extend a very special thank you to Daddy
for all his love and support and to Mason for being a great BIG BROTHER!07/09/05

KELLY/KRASINKIEWICZ - Another girl! Cindy (KELLY) and Chris
are thrilled to announce the arrival of ROBIN NIKOLE, born June
6, 2005, at North York General Hospital, Toronto, weighing 7 lbs.
1 oz., little sister for Claire. Also welcomed by grandparents Mike and Jean
Kelly of St. John's and Henry and Sophie Krasinkiewicz of Ontario and great-grandmom
Doris Benson of St. John's.07/16/05

KING - Big sister Julia is pleased to announce the birth
of her brother Jacob Alexander. Born to Travis and Wanda (Brothers)
at St. Vincent's Women's Hospital in Indianapolis on June 30th,
2005 at 9:58 a.m., weighing 7 lbs., 1 oz. Grandparents Gerald and
Beulah Brothers and Frank and Doreen King are thrilled.07/09/05

KISS - Scott and Cathy (nee Dooley) and big brother Stephen
are thrilled to announce the birth of their precious baby girl, Maggie
Kaitlyn, born at the Women's Health Centre at 5:37 p.m. on June
26, 2005, weighing 7 lbs. 15 ozs. Proud grandparents are Gord and
Jackie Kiss, Joe and Rita Dooley and great-grandmother Mary Kiss. A special
thank you to Dr. Lacelle and Dr. Roche for providing outstanding prenatal care
and to nurses Lisa, Carolann and Lois of the Prenatal Home Care Program. Thanks
also to Dr. Pike, Dr. Mossman and their team for a speedy and safe delivery
and the wonderful nurses of 5NB for their care and kindness. Hugs and kisses
to Daddy for all his love, support and care. A big thank you to all our friends
and family who have been so supportive. We are so fortune to have family and
friends like you.07/16/05

LEGROW - Scott, Roschella and big sister Claire are tickled
pink to have Sara Patricia LeGrow join their family. Sara
was born June 7, 2005, weighing 8 lbs. 5¾ ozs. and
20½ inches long. Also tickled pink are Nana, Pop, Auntie Krista, Grandma
and Joe, Auntie Jacqueline, Auntie Crystal (Godmother) and cousin Keghan. Also
looking down from Heaven are Grandpa, Great-Nana & Pop Hussey. We would
also like to thank Dr. O'Shea for excellent maternity care, Dr. Lacelle for
another great delivery and the nurses in the case room. Another special thank
you to Dada, we love you.07/09/05

MANNING - Tony and Colleen (nee Kearley) are proud to announce
the birth of their first born baby girl Charlee Marjorie,
on June 18th, 2005 at 6:20 P.M., weighing 7 Lbs,
13 oz, named after dear guardian angels Poppy Kearley and Nanny Manning. Happy
grandparents Marie Kearley (Bell Island) and Richard Manning (Torbay) welcome
her with love. Special thanks to the persevering and professional staff in
the Case Room and 5NB. Also a grateful thanks to family and friends for their
support, gifts, visits and best wishes.07/16/05

MARTIN - It's a Boy! Des and Patti-Ann (Hennessey) are thrilled
to announce the safe arrival of their first child, a precious boy, Colin
Desmond, born at the WHC, June 4, 2005 at 9:21 AM
weighing 7 lbs 3oz. Colin is welcomed and loved by grandparents Ralph and Carmel
Martin, proud first grandparents Jim and Hannah Hennessey, great-grandmother
Mary Hanlon, and a large wonderful circle of family and friends. A special
thank you to Dr. Horwood and Dr. Pike for their excellent prenatal care, Dr.
Mossman for Colin's safe delivery, the caseroom staff, especially Tammy, and
the nurses of 5NB.07/30/05

MIKULASH/GARDINER - Born to Karol and Jane a son and a brother
for Peter, on June 8, 2005, weighing 8 lbs 12 oz, at British
Columbia Women's Hospital. 06/11/05

MOORES - Andrew and Shelley are extremely pleased to announce
the arrival of their second daughter, Paige Janna Loretta,
born on June 24, 2005, at 11:44 p.m., weighing 8 pounds 11
ounces. Also, a very special welcome from your big sister Emma. Proud grandparents
are Keith and Diane Walters of Paradise and R. David and Norma Moores of Hr.
Grace. Equally proud great-grandparents are Clara Walters of Grand Bank, Norman
Reynolds of St. John's and great-grandparents Alec and Maysie Moores of Hr.
Grace. Special thanks to Dr. Johanne Lacelle, nurse Lisa Patten and the nursing
staff of 5NB of the Health Sciences Complex. Also, to our family and friends,
your love and support is greatly appreciated.07/16/05

MORGAN / WEIR - IT'S A GIRL. Wade Morgan & Krystal Weir
of Kelligrews, NL are pleased to announce the arrival of their daughter on June
21, 2005, "Samantha Caroline Morgan". Born at the Health
Sciences, St. John's weighing 7 lb., 1 oz and measuring 48 cm long. Proud Grandparents
are Bill & Barb Morgan and Adam & Joyce McDonald and a very proud Special
Auntie Leah McDonald and Aunt April Morgan, Great-Grandparents Cyril & Verna
Weir of Kelligrews and Great-Grandparents Dorothy & Stan Fowler of Shea
Heights, And a Special Great Great-Grandmother Jessie Smith of South River,
NL.07/16/05

MURRIN - Chris and Pam (Coombs) are thrilled to announce
the birth of their precious baby girl, KAILEY DIANE, born June
23, 2005, at 8:45 a.m., weighing 7 lbs. 8 ozs. Welcoming Kailey are
grandparents Mike and Brenda Murrin, Allan Coombs and Diane Bishop, great-grandparents
Con and Marg Murrin, Marjorie Pope and Joan Bishop, and proud uncles Paul Murrin
and Michael Coombs. Special thanks to Dr. Kum and team, the staff in the case
room, especially Karen Murray and the nurses on 5NB. Also a big thank you to
family and friends for your visits and gifts since Kailey's arrival.07/16/05

O'BRIEN - Sean, Janice and big brother Connor are pleased
to announce the safe arrival of Claire Elizabeth O'Brien.
Claire was born on June 19, 2005, weighing 7 lbs., 7 oz, a
wonderful Father's Day gift for Daddy. Proud grandparents are Alvin and Mildred
Tucker, St. John's and Kevin and Sarah O'Brien, Brisbane, Australia. Special
thanks are extended to Drs. Ripley and Lacelle, as well as caseroom nurse Michelle
and the Staff of HSC 5NB.09/10/05

O'DEA - David & Lisa (Lahey) are pleased to announce
the birth of their first child. Tyler David was born June
4, 2005, weighing
9 lbs. Proud first time grandparents are Maurice & Irene Lahey, third grandchild
for David O'Dea & Jean O'Dea. A cousin for Michael Adams & Stephen
Moores. I want to thank the Doctor & caseroom staff at HSC. Special thanks
to Mom & Dad.06/11/05

OZON - Christina, Michael and big sister Jessica are pleased
to announce the safe arrival of a precious baby girl. Claire Anne was
born on Tuesday, June 21, 2005 at 12:34 a.m. at the Health
Sciences Centre, weighing 8 lbs. 15 oz. Also welcoming Claire are proud grandparents
Don and Carol Boland and Ted Ozon, as well as, great-grandmothers Gertrude
Belbin and Catherine Boland. Many thanks to Dr. Cherry Pike, as well as,
the staff in the case room and on 5NB for their exceptional care.07/16/05

PAULIN/LEAWOOD - Mike and Janet are pleased to announce
the arrival of their first child, Eli Maxwell, born on June
12th, 2005 at 9:16 A.M., weighing 5 lbs, 15 oz. Welcoming
Eli are grandparents John & Elsie Leawood of Mount Pearl and Bernie & Marie
Paulin of Charlottetown, PEI. Also welcoming Eli are Aunt Nancy, Uncle Todd & Aunt
Michelle and cousins Sam & Stacey, as well as many aunts, uncles and
cousins from PEI. Special thanks to Dr. Halley and Dr. Pike for their excellent
prenatal care and to the caseroom staff for a safe delivery.07/30/05

PEARCE - EVANS - Big brother Jase is happy to announce
the safe arrival of his baby brother Connor Edward. Born
on June 6, 2005 at 12:25 p.m., weighing 8 lbs., 11 ozs to
Sherry Pearce and Jason Evans. Proud grandparents are Edward Escott and Dave
and Jose Evans. Looking down from heaven his guardian Angel, Nanny Shirley.
Special thanks to Dr. Kum and the staff of the HSC.12/10/05

PENNEY - Jason and Thomasina (nee Gavin) are proud to announce
the birth of their first child, Grace Sophia. Our little
princess was born June 17, 2005, at the Health Sciences
Centre, St. John's, weighing 8 lbs. 10 ozs. Special thanks to Dr. Lacelle
and staff at the Health Sciences Centre.08/06/05

PEVIDA (PEDDLE) - Wendy and Ary are thrilled to announce
the birth of their daughter ISABELLE ANN and son CARLOS
ALEXANDER on June
9, 2005. Welcoming ISABELLE
and CARLOS arrival are Ann and Alaxander Peddle and Great-grandmother Florence
Peddle of Hodges Cove and Nelsa and Ary Pevida of St. John's. The twins are
a special birthday present for Nanny Peddle.06/18/05

POWER/ST. CROIX - Gerard, Annette and big brother Cian
are thrilled to announce the arrival of Owen Hugh Power,
born June 3, 2005 at 8:54 a.m. weighing 8 lbs. 15.7 ounces.
Welcomed by grandmother Myrtle St. Croix of Labrador City and many aunts,
uncles and cousins. Watched lovingly from heavan by grandparents Hugh St.
Croix, and John and Irene Power. Many thanks to Dr. Kravitz and the staff
in the caseroom and on 5NB for all their care.07/30/05

READ - Chris and Denise (nee Hunter) and big brother Hunter
are thrilled to announce the birth of their precious baby girl, Brooke
Elizabeth, born at the Women's Health Centre at 8:29 a.m. on June
26, 2005, weighing 8 lbs. 3 ozs. Proud grandparents are Ian and
Patricia Hunter, Wallace and Ida Read. A special thank you to Dr. Lacelle
for providing outstanding prenatal care. Thanks also to the nurses of 5NB
for their care and kindness. Mommy and Brooke send special thanks and love
to Daddy for being the best coach and Daddy ever!07/30/05

RIDEOUT - Tony and Beverly (Grandy) are thrilled to announce
the safe arrival of their second child, a precious baby boy. Joel
Anthony, born June 10, 2005 at 8:26 a.m., weighing
7 lbs. 3 oz. Jenna is a proud big sister and loves him alot! Proud grandparents
Lloyd and Aletha Grandy, and David and Bertha Rideout. A special thanks to
Dr. Pike, the caseroom staff and 5NB nurses for ensuring his safe arrival
and their wonderful care.07/16/05

ROCHE - Paul and Kelly (Connors) along with big brother
Riley are thrilled to announce the arrival of Connor William Thomas on June
24, 2005, weighing 7 lbs. 12 ozs. Proud second-time grandparents
are William and Loretta Connors, Pouch Cove, and thirteenth-time grandparents
Angela Roche, Torbay, and smiling down from heaven is Poppy Andrew Roche.
Connor is also welcomed by fifteenth-time great-grandmother Anne Hogan, Northern
Bay, as well as a large number of aunts, uncles and cousins. Thank you to
Dr. Kravitz and the case room nurses of the 5NB at HSC. An extra special
thank you to Daddy for his love and support.08/13/05

ROFF - Martin and Janet (Rose) are happy to announce the
arrival of Jorja Abby Roff on June 25th,
2005. Jorja, a cherished little sister for Haleigh and Cassidy,
weighed 9 lb., 2 oz. Three huge thanks to Dr. O' Shea and Dr. Crane for their
excellent care and to the awesome staff at the Case Room and MFAU, especially
Donna, Pat and Ruby. Proud grandparents are Frank and Norma Rose (Newfoundland)
and Marion and John Roff (England).08/20/05

ROMAINE - Rob and Nadine (Hanrahan) joyfully announce the
birth of their first child, Bella Robyn. Our little princess
was born 9:14 am on June 12, 2005, at the IWK Health Centre,
Halifax, Nova Scotia. She weighed 7 lbs. 14 oz and measured 21 inches long.
Bella is welcomed by proud grandparents Richard & Agnes Hanrahan (Marystown)
and Victor & Yvette Romaine (Clarenville), great grandparents William & Bridget
Hanrahan, Aunt Nancy (Carl), Aunt Lisa (Rob), Uncle Randy (Jacqueline), Uncle
Rob (Paula), Uncle Ian and cousins Sam, Ben, Noah, Jonah and Will. A special
thank you to all of our family and friends for their love and support during
the excitement of Bella's arrival. Hugs and kisses to Daddy for being the
best Daddy ever!08/06/05

SHEA - Big sisters Kaitlynn and Emilie are thrilled to announce the safe
arrival of their little brother, Joey. Joe and Wanda (Freake) are the proud
parents of Joseph Patrick who was born June 3, 2005,
weighing 8 lbs., 10 ozs. Delighted grandparents are Gerald & Eileen Freake and Patrick & Mary
Shea, Fogo. A big thank you to Donna who made a wonderful coach for the third
time. Mommy and Joey would like to thank Dr. Kum and Dr. Pike for their care
and support. Also thanks to the wonderful nurses in the caseroom and 5NB. Lots
of hugs and kisses to Daddy for his continuous love and support.06/25/05

SHEA - It's a Girl! Jeremy & Christine (Butler) are
thrilled to announce the safe arrival of their first child, Madison
Annabelle. Weighing in at 9 lbs. 7.5 oz, the late arrival finally
came on Sunday, June 12, 2005 at 11:26 p.m. Madison is welcomed
and loved by proud first-time grandparents Bernie & Sherry Shea (Pouch
Cove), and Rod & Gail Butler (St. John's); great-grandparents Alice Shea & Ethel
Picco and Emily Butler & Ethel Duffett. Also welcoming Madison are Aunts
Melissa and Jennifer and a large circle of family and friends.07/23/05

SOOLEY - It's a girl! Todd and Amy Sooley (Hartson) are pleased to announce
the safe arrival of their first child, Carter Erica Sooley. Carter came into
this world on June 6th, 2005 at 7:55 a.m. weighing
6 lbs., 7.5 oz and measuring 20 inches. Carter was born at the Bonnyville
Health Center in Bonnyville, Alberta. Welcoming Carter are proud first time
grandparents, Eric and Gail Sooley of St. John's and Pat and Ann Hartson
of Jerseyside. Also welcoming Carter is her golden retriever, Taylor, her
great-grandmother Sooley of Heart's Delight, her Aunt Leanne and Uncles Eric
and Shawn. Mommy and Carter would like to thank daddy for all his love and
support during Carter's arrival.06/25/05

SPARKES - Jason, Lori (nee Brookings) and big brother Adrian
are very pleased to announce the safe arrival of another beautiful baby boy. Kalan
Zachary was born at the Women's Health Centre, St. John's, on Friday,
June 17, 2005 at 10:24 a.m., weighing 8 lbs. 7 ozs. Proud second
time grandparents are Berle & Nita Sparkes of Sibleys Cove and fifth
time grandparents Lester & Ruth Brookings of Old Perlican. A special
thank you to Dr. Strand, Dr. Roche and her team and all the nurses on 5NB
especially Joan & Christine for their excellent care.07/16/05

THORNE - Scott, Lori (nee Myrick) and canine brother Charlie
are happy to announce the long awaited arrival of Benjamin Myrick
Thorne on June 23, 2005 at 7:19 p.m., weighing
in at 9 lbs. 10 oz. at the WHSC. Also thrilled to welcome Ben are grandparents
Cyril and Eileen Myrick and Henry and Marion Thorne of St. John's. Aunts
and uncles Gillian, Carla, Cheryl, Glenn and Bobby can't keep their hands
off of him! Many thanks to Dr. Karen Lake and Dr. Tennent for their excellent
prenatal care and also to the case room staff, Dr. Bartellas and Dr. Badrudin
for a safe delivery. Special thanks to the nursing staff of 5NB for taking
such good care of mommy and Ben. Mommy and Ben would also like to thank Daddy
for all of his love and support.07/23/05

TRAHEY/HICKEY - A Bouncing Baby Boy! Angie & Jamie
are thrilled to announce the early but safe arrival of their gorgeous son, James
Jaden. James was born on June 14, 2005 at 11:50
p.m. James weighed 7 lbs. 6 ozs. and was 49.5 cm long. James is welcomed
by proud grandparents, to their first grandson, Rose and Harold Trahey, and
Jim and Viola Hickey. James is also welcomed by his aunt and godmother Tracey
(Marc), Uncle and godfather Andy (Jennifer), Uncle Howie, Uncle Trevor, Aunt
Leigh Ann, Aunt Jackie (John), Uncle Rhoady (Linda), great-grandmothers Elizabeth
Woodford and Violet Tubrett, cousins Meghan Rose, Katelyn, Alyssa, Megan,
Jenna and Kate, as well as a vast array of extended family and friends. Thank
you to all of the staff at the Health Sciences Centre who shared in James'
birth, particularly Dr. Kum and Dr. Cook. A special thank you to all of our
family and friends for their love and support, especially Nana Trahey for
being such a wonderful coach. Lastly, thanks to Daddy for getting home in
time for my arrival and for his love and caring during my delivery.07/30/05